Plateroom / Production Helper

Adams MultiMedia of the Rockies; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Adams MultiMedia of the Rockies is seeking a Plateroom / Production Helper to prep printing plates for daily runs, preprints, and commercial jobs. This hands-on role requires careful timing, teamwork, and willingness to learn the NewsWay system and CTP machines.

Primary duties include maintaining a clean workspace, assisting in pressroom or mailroom as needed, and following safety rules while keeping deadlines on track. 2nd shift availability encouraged.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is a plus.
• Experience in printing, production, or manufacturing helps, but we will train the right person.
• Comfortable with computers and willing to learn the systems we use.
• Pays attention to the details and doesnt miss deadlines.
• Can work solo when needed but pulls their weight with the team.

Responsibilities

• Build and prep printing plates for daily runs and special jobs on time, no excuses.
• Run and keep an eye on the CTP (computer-to-plate) machines to make sure everything comes out clean and correct.
• Work with the NewsWay system to keep layouts and production flowing right.
• Handle basic upkeep and troubleshooting on plateroom equipment—keep things running; dont let problems sit.
• Keep your workspace clean and squared away.
• Work alongside the crew to hit deadlines and keep the whole operation on track.
• Step in and help in the pressroom or mailroom when needed—team effort all the way.
• Follow safety rules and use your head around equipment.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Team player

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CTP machines

NewsWay system

Job description

Job Title: Plateroom / Production Helper

Youll be in the plateroom getting plates ready to roll for our daily papers, preprints, and commercial jobs. This is a hands-on role where timing matterswhen its go-time, you make sure everythings prepped, running right, and ready for press. Youll also jump in wherever needed, whether thats the pressroom or mailroom, to keep production moving.

Day-to-Day Work:

• Build and prep printing plates for daily runs and special jobson time, no excuses
• Run and keep an eye on the CTP (computer-to-plate) machines to make sure everythings coming out clean and correct
• Work with the NewsWay system to keep layouts and production flowing right
• Handle basic upkeep and troubleshooting on plateroom equipmentkeep things running, dont let problems sit
• Keep your workspace clean and squared away
• Work alongside the crew to hit deadlines and keep the whole operation on track
• Step in and help in the pressroom or mailroom when neededteam effort all the way
• Follow safety rules and use your head around equipment

What Were Looking For:

• High school diploma or equivalent is a plus
• Experience in printing, production, or manufacturing helps, but well train the right person
• Comfortable with computers and willing to learn the systems we use
• Pays attention to the details and doesnt miss deadlines
• Can work solo when needed but pulls their weight with the team

Physical Side of the Job:

• On your feet most of the shift
• Lifting and moving up to 50 lbs
• Repetitive work in a production settingthis isnt a desk job

Work Environment:

• Print shop settingmachines running, things moving, real work getting done
• Primary shift is 2nd shift : Tuesday - Friday 2pm - Midnight, though shifts can include early mornings, evenings, and weekends depending on the scheduling needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Adams MultiMedia of the Rockies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.